Vintage hand needlerun embroidered net lace edging, a plausible imitation of an early 19th C. typical small floral Mechlin bobbin lace design. Likely to date from the early 1800s when such a good imitation would have been appreciated.
Nice material for authentic early 1800s costume, bridal
Appears to be new old stock. Clean. ivory
About 5 yards 14 in. long, about 3 1/2 in. wide
Sat ab-Msb-805
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